Production Manager

Position Summary

This position has direct reporting responsibility to the plant manager and is responsible for managing production supervisors and overseeing all daily production activities in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include staffing labor, ensuring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are identified and met for all manufacturing shifts, and supporting the site leadership team.

Safety First

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to following all safety standards, procedures, and practices to ensure a safe working environment for themselves and others.
• Supports the site leadership team by assigning job duties, ensuring KPIs are met and recorded daily.
• Ensures product being produced meets Cellofoam Quality specifications and requirements.
• Completes daily production reports and shift paperwork as required.

Essential Position Requirements

• General understanding of manufacturing processes, quality standards, equipment operations, safety requirements, and departmental procedures.
• Verifies all manufacturing production policies and procedures are met and tracked daily.
• Reviews machine data and KPIs to ensure optimal efficiency and output are met.
• Responsible for employee development, ensuring new employee on-boarding and employee performance reviews are completed.
• Attends and supports daily production meetings.
• Responsible for the plant's master production schedule (open order scheduling and planning).
• Ensures the plant/site is maintained in a clean and organized work area.
• Coaches, develops, counsels, and disciplines employees.
• Works in conjunction with other departments to resolve issues.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere with a culture of respect for others.
• Communicates appropriately regarding plant or employee concerns to the site leadership team.
• Maintains a working knowledge and is fully compliant with corporate standards for business conduct and Federal anti-trust laws.

Education Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• An associate degree or equivalent leadership manufacturing experience.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to lead, direct, train, and develop employees.
• Support and optimize production output driving continuous improvement.
• Mechanical: General knowledge of machinery and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to use and articulate measuring devices (tape measure, calipers, weigh scales).
• Quality Control and Analysis: Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Troubleshooting: Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to delegate and manage the responsibility of others.
• Facilitate team building and development of employees.

Position Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years prior experience in manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: Computer proficiency, reading and understanding CAD and blueprints.
• Organizational, communication, and team-building skills.
• Software skills required: Computer proficiency.

Other Information

• Flexibility in working hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Overtime work may be required.